Marine Environment Protection Committee (MEPC 76), 10 to 17 June 2021 (remote session) Reduction of GHG emissions from shipping measures adopted The MEPC adopted amendments to the International Convention for…
Seabed 2030 announces new partnership with the UK Hydrographic Office and Teledyne CARIS on the occasion of World Hydrography Day London, 21 June 2021 – The Nippon Foundation-GEBCO Seabed 2030 Project…
One Sea White Paper sets agenda for autonomous ship safety regulation A new white paper from the One Sea Ecosystem outlines the significant contribution autonomous ship technology can make to…
DNV completes successful concept verification review of Odfjell Oceanwind’s WindGrid™ floating wind power system Oslo, 21 June 2021: DNV, the world’s leading classification society, has completed a concept verification review…
Remembering Jeancourt-Galignani; Central banks crucial to climate efforts Monday 21 June 2021 – Vol.12 Ed.25.1 Commentary: Dignified navigator of Parisian finance By Markus C Kerber in Paris Antoine Jeancourt-Galignani, charming…
Next Generation EU issuance will boost euro’s reserve status, How to close the sustainable infrastructure gap, and more THE WEEKEND REVIEW – OMFIF Latest opinion and analysis from OMFIF around the world 14-18…
Batteries included: Damen reaches major milestone in fully-electric tug project Damen Shipyards Group has reached a major milestone in the construction of its first fully-electric Reversed Stern Drive tug. The…
Shipping industry urges governments to act on USD 5 billion decarbonisation fund June 18, 2020. For immediate release. The shipping industry has welcomed the growing momentum for aUSD 5 billion…
ClassNK expands scope of Innovation Endorsement Supporting innovative technologies and initiatives in the area of digital, environment, safety, and labor Tokyo – Leading Classification Society ClassNK has expanded the scope of…
German firms embrace sustainability measures, central banks buck trend Friday 18 June 2021 – Vol.12 Ed.24.5 Report: German companies back Brussels climate mitigation policy German companies are embracing European Commission…
DNV launches new digital EEXI Calculator Energy Efficiency Existing Ship Index (EEXI) takes effect in 2023 An estimated 30,000 vessels will need to take action to comply with the regulation New…
Further shipping GHG emission reduction measures adopted International Maritime Organization (IMO) adopts key mandatory measures to reduce ships’ carbon intensity; establishes ship rating system. New mandatory measures to cut the…
International Shipping Body Fails the Arctic and Global Climate Fight Civil society groups have damned the International Maritime Organization (IMO) for failing to take action on the Arctic climate crisis,…
NAMEPA Partners with Fairfield Chemical Carriers to celebrate World Ocean Day through a Waterway Cleanup June 15, 2021: On June 8th, The North American Marine Environment Protection Association (NAMEPA) partnered…
Winston Churchill on Maritime Decarbonization- What would Winston Do? We know Winston Churchill as the Prime Minister who led Great Britain to success during World War II. His reputation for…
Capital markets union and sustainable infrastructure vital for green recovery Wednesday 16 June 2021 – Vol.12 Ed.24.3 Commentary: Help us help Europe’s recovery, bank leaders tell policy-makers By Clive Horwood in…
GSCC Annual Report 2020 – 2021 Greek Shipping Co-operation Committee We begin with the Chairman’s Message: Dear Colleagues, It is with great pleasure that I present our 86th annual report…
Wärtsilä supports EU and Waterborne Technology Platform partnership to reach zero emissions by 2050 Wärtsilä Corporation, 15. June, 2021 at 1:00 PM E. Europe Standard Time – The technology group…
DNV: Minimizing underwater noise from merchant vessels Underwater noise is known to harm marine wildlife and is an increasing concern throughout the industry. Now DNV’s SILENT-E class notation has been awarded to…
IUA publishes new Environmental Liability Guide General liability policies provide extremely limited cover for environmental liabilities that can be incredibly costly and high profile, a new report from the International…
Fugro minimises in-person inspections with new floating offshore wind real-time monitoring solution A Fugro-led consortium that includes AS Mosley and the University of Strathclyde has designed a mooring line fatigue tracker that safely and cost-effectively monitors offshore floating wind turbines, thanks to innovation…
Markets consider long-term implications of EU borrowing Monday 14 June 2021 – Vol.12 Ed.24.1 Commentary: EU readies landmark for bond markets By Philip Moore in London The EU’s Next Generation…
Transport Infrastructure Financing course – 20-24 September 2021 – online 20-24 September 2024 – online Interested in a certified online training on financing and funding of transport infrastructure programmes, introducing a…
Landmark Marine film unveiled as the global spotlight shines on Cornwall A landmark film showcasing the ambition and vision of Cornwall’s £1billion per annum Marine sector in general and the…
Shipping industry agrees action on R&D investment and trade digitisation As world leaders meet in Cornwall, England, for the G7, the first ever meeting of the equivalent maritime bodies, titled…